Young Creative Regina Gutierrez Wilson Takes Global Stage by Storm with Historic Festival Sweep

Mexican-born creative consultant proves that authentic storytelling transcends borders, earning recognition across continents

In an industry where breaking through can take decades, Regina Gutierrez Wilson has managed to capture the attention of the world’s most prestigious advertising festivals in a single, unprecedented sweep. For most creatives, earning recognition at even one major festival represents the pinnacle of career achievement—these competitions receive thousands of entries globally, with acceptance rates often below 5%. To be shortlisted, let alone win, at festivals like the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP), Young Director Award, Cannes Lions’ Young Ones, and the Clio Awards represents validation from the industry’s most discerning judges.

Wilson hasn’t just cracked this exclusive circle—she’s dominated it. Her campaign “Shazam: Unleash the Beat” earned YDA Silver, three Bronze Clios, two Silver Cups at The Young Ones, Gold for General Advertising, and shortlists at AICP and London 1.4. But this is just the latest chapter in Wilson’s meteoric rise, with her trophy shelf already gleaming with American Advertising Federation Awards’ Best of Show, multiple Gold and Silver Addys, Telly Awards, and international recognition from Berlin Commercial Awards.

This level of recognition didn’t happen overnight. Wilson has been telling stories since she could hold a camera, turning childhood curiosity into a lifelong pursuit of visual narrative. Growing up in Mexico City, where “craziness takes place around every corner,” she developed an instinct for capturing authentic human moments—a skill that would later translate into campaigns that resonate across cultures and demographics.

Her natural storytelling ability caught the attention of industry legends. Working with Academy Award-nominated director Matia Karrell, whose short film “Cadillac Dreams” earned Oscar recognition, Wilson learned the craft of weaving complex narratives into compelling visual stories. Her collaboration with renowned photographer Matthew Rolston—whose lens has captured everyone from Madonna and Janet Jackson to Beyoncé, and whose work graces over 100 Rolling Stone covers—on the Prada “Pink Flamingos” campaign showcased her ability to match the sophistication of high fashion with compelling narrative.

These aren’t just impressive names on a resume; they’re creative partnerships that have shaped Wilson’s approach. Her work with directors like Carlos Mario Rodriguez on Fiat’s “Too Good To Be True” and Bamba Kimball on multiple projects including Tinder’s “Move On” and Calvin Klein’s “Eternity” demonstrates her versatility in adapting her voice while maintaining authenticity across different creative visions.

The breadth of Wilson’s client roster—Shazam, Prada, Amazon, Fiat, Calvin Klein, Tinder, Grey Goose, AT&T, Zillow, and Levi’s—demonstrates her ability to speak to diverse audiences. Her work with emerging fashion brand Naaliyah Studios, shot at the prestigious Salk Institute, shows her eye for elevated aesthetics, while her Jarritos campaign connects with her Mexican heritage, proving that authenticity doesn’t limit reach—it amplifies it.

“Being an emerging Latina voice is what inspires me to create,” Wilson explains, and this authenticity resonates across every collaboration. Festival judges from the Berlin Commercial Awards to the London International Creative Competition have recognized something special: a creative voice that speaks to universal experiences while maintaining its distinctive cultural flavor.

Currently working as a creative consultant and director at Twisted Hammock, Wilson’s self-described “all-ology” approach—loving to work in every department—has earned her recognition not just in copywriting but in art direction, social media execution, and television advertising. With accolades spanning from the Aesthetica Short Film Festival to the Young Director Award, she represents a new generation of creatives who refuse to be confined to single disciplines.

What makes Wilson’s achievement even more remarkable is the context: she’s competing against seasoned professionals with decades of experience, major agency resources, and unlimited budgets. Yet her work continues to stand out, earning recognition for its fresh perspective, technical excellence, and emotional resonance.

The festival circuit has taken notice, the industry is watching, and clients are calling. Wilson’s journey from a creative child with a camera to an internationally recognized creative consultant proves that talent, combined with relentless dedication to craft, can break through any barrier.

Learn more about Regina’s work at goforegina.me